DIWALI MUBARAK

DIWALI MUBARAK is my choice of greetings on the happy occasion of Diwali, the universal festival of lights. In the picture … More

Art Of Disagreement

Following are the excerpts on the “art of disagreement” by Bret Stephens, Pulitzer Award Winner columnist at The New York … More

POLITICS OF SILENCE

They say silence is golden. And Obama is collecting a lot of gold these days after he was done with … More

Dreamers Dream In Jeopardy

It is an opportunity for US Congress men and women, especially Republicans, to exercise their nobility and virtue to save … More

Despite Difference Of Opinion Friends Are Friends

In a reflective piece, Promod Puri recalls his early education in English and the importance of friendship fostered through writing assignments. He introduces Ramkishen, a long-time friend who, despite his affable nature, exhibits troubling anti-Muslim sentiments. Puri expresses hope for a change in Ramkishen’s views while cherishing nostalgically his childhood writing experiences.

2+2 = 4, Not 5

One school in Hindu philosophy is called Sankhya, which literary means numbers. So it seeks rationality, like 2+2=4, rejecting 2+2=5. … More

Simple Thought

In my humble spiritual thinking, my religion is short, simple and flexible that it can fit comfortably in any other … More

Past, Present And Future

By Promod Puri “The past is history, future is mystery, but today is a gift……”, stay in the present and enjoy … More

Rediscovering God

“While on the progressive path one can explicitly observe that in our religious places, God’s existence is marred by elaborate … More

Politics And Religion

“Politics and religion must be kept separate” is an acknowledged doctrine in secular and democratic-socialist systems. But there are elements … More

MODI Vs TRUMP

Whereas Trump has stiff relationship with the media, Modi is steadily developing a controlling relationship with the media. promodpuri.com

Perception Of God

God is more than our mindset imagination of being a super human governing this universe. A simple and brief, but … More

Dharma, Karma & Moksha

An outstanding feature of Hinduism is the doctrine of “purusarthas”, advocating four complementary engagements in an individual’s life. These are … More

Progressive Hindu Dialogue

Progressive Hindu Dialogue is an initiative to explore, recognize and advance the rational, liberal and progressive nature of Hinduism. It … More

Trump is a political genius

It seems our desire for instant gratification has conquered politics. Voters are channel-hopping, snacking on ideologies and political styles, moving … More

The planet is going to be dirtier while America tries to be “great” again.

THOUGHTS ON THOUGHT

CREATION, CULTIVATION, AND DEVELOPMENT OF THOUGHT By Promod Puri Simple Thought: Infuse purity and ethics in thoughts, base karmas on … More

Trump Library

So much is said and so much is written, and keeps on multiplying, compared with anybody else in both American … More

JAPAN COSTITUTION FORBIDS WAR

Article 9 of the Japanese Constitution (日本国憲法第9条 Nihonkokukenpō dai kyū-jō?) is a clause in the national Constitution of Japan outlawing … More

Am I A Hindu In India

By Promod Puri I am a proud Canadian citizen. In this land of multi-cultural and multi-religious freedoms I am also … More

Divinity In Thought

Induction of divinity in thoughts, words and deeds is cardinal part of any religious order. Source: Divinity In Thought

TRUMP WALL

Every wall has two sides. In the case of Trump Wall, one faces America, and the other faces Mexico. The … More

When India Became Republic

WHAT HAPPENED WHEN INDIA GOT INDEPENDENCE AND BECAME A REPUBLIC: “When India got Independence and Ambedkar being the principle author … More

GOD & KARMA

In the prayer to God lies the karma. Karma means action. From God, one seeks to do the right action. … More

POWER OF PROTEST

With massive parade of over half a million people in Washington the day after the presidential Inauguration, the spirit of … More

MERCY FOR SNOWDEN

MERCY FOR SNOWDEN: Only few hours are left, and President Obama still can exercise his benevolence to grant mercy to … More

Life is a Dangal too

Film Review: by Promod Puri     It is a tense play of strategies, techniques and actions, excitement, and madness, … More

Versatile Actor Om Puri

Om Puri, who died January 5, was among the most talented and versatile actors in the Indian film world. Starting … More

HAPPY NEW YEAR:

In the spirit of exchanging New Year greetings, we wish peace and happiness for all humanity. Like animals, plants, mountains, … More

Surreal:Word of the Year

“It’s a word that is used to express a reaction to something shocking or surprising, a meaning which is built … More

Season’s Greetings

In the spirit of exchanging greetings with our friends and relative we also wish peace and happiness for all the … More

Poverty

“Poverty is not only measured in terms of lack of money but also in the lack of respect and dignity”, … More

Leader of the Free World

“We are dealing with a world – especially after the American election – which first needs to be sorted out”, … More